Union: Non-union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: 67 College Street
Department: UHN Digital
Reports to: Manager, Laboratory Information Systems
Salary Range: $38.01 - $57.01 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: May 12, 2026
Position Summary
The Application Specialist (AS) is an essential member of the Digital Software Services (DSS) team at the University Health Network (UHN). In collaboration with other DSS team members, the AS supports various clinical and business applications identified for UHN. This role plays a crucial part in bridging the gap between business needs and technology delivery, specifically within the LIS department. Responsibilities include customer service, incident management, system and business analysis, system upgrades, patching, system testing, participation in projects and process improvement initiatives.
The AS closely collaborates with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure high system performance and reliability. They gather and analyze information and specifications related to clinical practices, workflows, and business processes, configuring the system accordingly. Documentation of policies and procedures to facilitate system usage and effective communication with end users and third-party vendors are also key aspects of the role.
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